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halothane

halothane (HALOTHANE) is a gaba-a receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator. Route of administration: inhalation. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
US status approved
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Drug details — halothane
US status
approved
Class
Route
INHALATION
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Quick answer

halothane (HALOTHANE) is a gaba-a receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator. Route of administration: inhalation. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN halothane
Brand HALOTHANE
Mechanism GABA-A receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator
Target GABA-A receptor; anion channel
Route INHALATION
Formulation LIQUID

Mechanism of action

GABA-A receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator

Primary target: GABA-A receptor; anion channel

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is halothane?

halothane (HALOTHANE) is a gaba-a receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator. Route of administration: inhalation. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for halothane?

HALOTHANE is a marketed brand name for halothane. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of halothane?

halothane has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.